Welcome to the
Point Loma
Optimist Club
The Point Loma Optimist Club has been a pillar of the Point Loma, Ocean Beach, Loma Portal and Midway District communities for over 70 years. Since 1954, we have been dedicated to supporting the youth of our community by providing annual support to schools and organizations that promote excellence in athletics, music, and academics. Additionally, we have been a steadfast supporter of the Ryan Family YMCA (formerly known as the Peninsula YMCA) since its inception. Our contributions have helped improve the lives of countless young people in our community.
Our Mission
The Optimist Club of Point Loma focuses on bringing out the best in our youth, our communities, and ourselves.
Supporting our Peninsula Youth
As a community-based organization, we take pride in supporting the youth of the Peninsula area of San Diego. Our efforts have benefited a diverse range of organizations, including schools such as Point Loma High School, Dewey Elementary, Cabrillo Elementary, Correia Middle School, and Ocean Beach Elementary, as well as Sacred Hearts Academy and the YMCA Capital Campaign fund. We also support local youth sports teams, like Little League. Our contributions have helped many Point Loma High School seniors finance their college educations through our Optimist scholarships. We are always open to supporting new youth-oriented groups in the area and regularly organize events to benefit the young people in our community.
Our Flag Program
Since July 4, 1964, the Point Loma Optimists have dedicated themselves to honoring our nation's heroes by displaying American flags along a two-mile stretch of Rosecrans Street. This street, located in the heart of Point Loma, is near Liberty Station and serves as a major route to the Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery and the Cabrillo National Monument. Every Sunday and federal holiday, our specially designed vehicle sets out 168 flags in tribute. In addition, we also honor U.S. Navy submariners on their return from overseas deployments. This tradition has been a source of pride for our organization and for the Point Loma community for over 60 years.
Optimist Field - Home of Point Loma Little League
The Little League fields below the fire station on Catalina Boulevard bear the name “Optimist Field” thanks to the contributions of the Point Loma Optimists.
Become an Optimist
As a member of the Point Loma Optimist Club, you will enjoy camaraderie with other members, work on committees that facilitate the generation of tens of thousands of dollars for local causes, express patriotism by participating in patriotic initiatives such as the Point Loma Optimist Flag Program, and most importantly, feel a sense of fulfillment in knowing you are making a difference positively impacting your community. Join us for our next Tuesday morning meeting to see if the Optimist Club is the right fit for you. Breakfast is on us!
How to Support / Contribute
Whether you are a member of the Point Loma Optimists or an outside supporter, you can make a difference by supporting the Optimist Club Foundation of Point Loma. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit public benefit corporation, our mission is to improve the lives of young people on the Point Loma and Ocean Beach Peninsula through educational and recreational programs, as well as enhancing our local communities highlighted by our unique Flag Program. If you or your organization would like to donate, start by clicking below for more information.
Funding and Support Requests
For Peninsula schools, teams, non-profit organizations, and other local youth support programs having specific funding or other support needs, please let the Point Loma Optimists know by contacting us (below) for an application.
It is recommended that Funding Requests be submitted by August, if possible, to facilitate budget planning.